Travel details
USD 2,142
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Duration |
Departure in 2026/6 | 9 days |
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Participants |
2 person(s)（Adults 2 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)） |
Travel story
A journey following a quiet heartbeat to the land where greenery breathes.
This plan visits three of Costa Rica’s active volcanoes and offers hikes with spectacular views.
Leaving the bustle of San José behind, the mysterious crater of Irazú Volcano holds a green lake, and on clear days you can even see both oceans. Feel the reverence at the Basilica in the ancient city of Cartago, and relax amid the orchid gardens of Lankester and the pastoral landscapes of the Orosi Valley. Walk through the forests of Arenal to witness the solemn presence of a sleeping volcano, and at night surrender to the steam of the Paradise Hot Springs. At Rincón de la Vieja, mud pools and fumaroles convey the breath of the earth, and Oropendola Falls pours forth blue waters. Awake to the fragrant coffee of Doka Estate, and let the mist of Poás, the sounds of La Paz falls, and the chorus of birds fill your day. The scenes woven by accessible nature and simple lifestyles create a travel experience imprinted on the senses.
Leave everyday life far behind and weave an unfading story at your own pace.
Signature points
Enjoy nature and history at Irazú Volcano, the old city of Cartago, and the Orosi Valley
Look out over Irazú’s mysterious caldera and green lake, and on clear days witness the spectacular sight of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans at once. Visit the Basilica in Cartago and the Lankester Botanical Garden, and enjoy a local lunch in the Orosi Valley. With an English-speaking guide and comfortable private transfers, you can take your time to appreciate nature and history.
A restorative night with Arenal Volcano trekking and premium hot springs
Explore La Fortuna’s tropical rainforest with a naturalist guide and photograph dramatic scenery from Arenal’s observation points. In the afternoon relax at the Paradise Hot Springs with pools and jacuzzis of varying temperatures and massages, and enjoy dinner in a tranquil setting with a limited number of guests.
A luxurious day of coffee and waterfalls at Doka Estate, Poás, and La Paz
Enjoy breakfast and a coffee tour at Doka Estate, learn cultivation and roasting techniques, and taste samples. At Poás Volcano stroll through the cloud forest climate and visit Laguna Botos, then take a leisurely tour of La Paz Waterfall Gardens with a buffet lunch and displays of diverse waterfalls, birds, butterflies, and insects.
Itinerary
WELCOME TO COSTA RICA!
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Costarica - San José
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Private vehicle transfer
Upon arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport, a professional driver will be waiting with a name sign. They will assist with your luggage and comfortably transfer you to your hotel in San José.
Travel time is usually about 25–45 minutes, depending on traffic.
[English Assistant]
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San Jose
Costa Rica’s capital and the largest city in the country, San Jose is considered to be among the most cosmopolitan cities in Latin America. Downtown San Jose is the busiest part of town.
A maze of streets and avenues, here you can find most of the city’s museums as well as several hotels and plazas.
In the center of the city, several attractions can be found, such as the National Theater, the National Museum, and the Jade Museum. Also, several parks like Plaza de La Cultura and Parque Morazan are interesting places to visit. In San Jose exists a wide variety for gastronomic, each corner of the city has great restaurants or the famous Barrio Escalante, a gastronomic center where high-quality food is offered. But for more local and typical food the central market offers tasty food.
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3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley and Lankester Garden All day tour
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Breakfast
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Costarica - Cartago
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Shared vehicle transfer
The tour begins with a visit to Irazú Volcano National Park, located a few kilometers from Cartago. It is a relatively short and comfortable drive from hotels in San José.
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Irazu Volcano and the historical city of Cartago
The trip begins by driving to the breathtaking summit of the Irazu Volcano, on the way you will encounter all types of vegetation, from potato, onion, cauliflower farming among other important products for the national economy, depending on the elevation. Once in the
National Park a short and easy walk to the up to a spectacular massive crater which has a lagoon with a mystical green color. On a clear day from the top, you can see both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans!
After an exciting tour of the volcano, we will descend to the historical city of Cartago. We will stop at the Virgin of the Angels Basilica – a famous peregrination site, some of which travel for days or even weeks on foot, in a pilgrimage of faith, to the site.
[English Guide]
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Lankester Botanical Gardens and Orosi Vallery
Next, after you visit the Basilica the next stop is the Lankester Botanical Gardens, a University of Costa Rica Center for the investigation that protects more than 800 species of orchids, bromeliads and countless species of other plants.
Then as a final destination, you will visit the Orosi Valley. Here you will find one of the few remaining colonial churches and, in this town, you will enjoy a tasty typical lunch at one of the local restaurants.
[English Guide]
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Lunch
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Costarica - San José
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3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Transfer to Arenal Volcano
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Breakfast
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Bus transfer
Today you will head to Arenal!
Take a shuttle from San Jose to Arenal
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Costarica - La Fortuna
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La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna is a home to the greater Arenal recreation area, the entire region is paradise on Earth for outdoor adventurers. Volcanic views grace the landscape and heat several geothermal hot springs. A lake and rivers beckon you toward aquatic adventure.
Refreshing waterfalls reward you after hikes, offering crisp pools and spectacular views. Arenal Volcano is one of Costa Rica’s most notable natural features. Standing at 5,437 feet (1,657 meters), this volcano has been resting (i.e. not active) since 2010. However, it is
no less majestic to behold, as it’s practically a behemoth against the region’s perfect skies. Rising above the rainforest that surrounds its base, Arenal Volcano frames the skyline with near-perfect symmetry.
-
3 star hotel in La Fortuna
1 twin/double room for two.
Arenal Volcano Guided Walk \u0026 Entrance to Paradise Hot Springs
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Breakfast
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Costarica - Arenal
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Arenal Volcano Guided Walk
The Arenal Volcano Rainforest and Natural History along with the breath-taken lava flow twill take you through lush rainforest along the base of Costa Rica's most famous volcano. Your experienced, bilingual naturalist guide will point out interesting plants and wildlife in the vibrant primary and secondary rainforest of the nature reserve that skirts the Arenal Volcano 1968 Park.
You’ll then arrive at the observation point of the Arenal Volcano -- this is the closest you can get to the base of the Arenal Volcano -- and the perfect vantage point to take remarkable photos of the Arenal Volcano.
This hike takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
[English Guide]
-
Paradise Hot Springs
Then it's time to head to the Paradise Hot Springs, perfect for relax in natural thermal water pools and jacuzzis of different temperatures with focused hydromassage for back, legs, and feet. The Resort also respects a maximum capacity of visitors to provide a peaceful atmosphere. There are showers, massages and body treatments service, food and drink, as well as reclinable beds, sun umbrellas, and relaxing music along the pool areas. All of the necessary elements for a magnificent and relaxing experience.
[English Guide]
-
Dinner
Here you will enjoy a delicious dinner.
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Costarica - La Fortuna
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3 star hotel in La Fortuna
1 twin/double room for two.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：× DIN：⚪︎
Transfer to Rincon de la Vieja
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Breakfast
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Private transfer
Today you will take a private transfer to your next adventure spot, Rincon de la Vieja!
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Costarica - Rincon de la Vieja
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Rincon de la Vieja
Rincon de la Vieja is home to the Rincon de La Vieja Volcano National Park. Rincon de la Vieja is located to the northwest of Guanacaste's, very close to Liberia, and this place is perfect for great activities to keep visitors busy such as hiking trails and Horseback
rides are great ways to enjoy the area's natural beauty and make memorable adventures.
There are numerous waterfalls in the area, the largest of which are the Oropendola Waterfall and the La Victoria Waterfall, which pour into the Colorado River. In the National Park sections,
Pailas area and Santa Maria area, here you will find trails to the waterfalls, fumaroles and mud pits.
-
4 star mountain resort in Rincon de la Vieja
1 twin/double room for two.
Walk at Pailas National Park & Oropendola Waterfall
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Breakfast
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The Las Pailas
The Las Pailas sector spectacularly showcases the power of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, the most active and largest volcano in Guanacaste. Fumaroles, geysers, bubbling mud pots, and many other attractions give you an experience that you won’t find in any other volcano in Costa Rica.
With a naturalist guide, walk the 3.5-km Las Pailas circular path through the tropical, dry forest to enjoy the best views of the volcano, volcanic activity, incredible nature, and wildlife sightings. You may see more than 300 species of birds and many other animals, such as bays, armadillos, coatis, iguanas, and white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, and spider monkeys.
[English Guide]
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La Oropendola Waterfall
When you finish the hike, get ready for a refreshing dip in the La Oropendola Waterfall.
From the entrance of the national park is a small walk along a path of varied terrain that leads to the river. You also walk a small distance inside the river until you reach the waterfall. La Oropendola waterfall, with its impressive 25 meters, falls into a bubbling turquoise pool in the exuberant canyon of the Blanco River, creating an incredible tropical oasis.
After relaxing for a while at the waterfall, this one-day Guanacaste tours end with the return walk to Hacienda Guachipelin.
[English Guide]
-
This plan does not include the entrance fee.
-
4 star mountain resort in Rincon de la Vieja
1 twin/double room for two.
Transfer to San Jose
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Breakfast
-
Private transfer
After the incredible experience at the Rincon de la Vieja, you will head back to the capital, San Jose to prepare next adventure.
The private transportation would let you enjoy the view from the car window.
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Costarica - San José
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3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
Doka Coffee Tour, Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens
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Breakfast
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Costarica - Poás Volcano
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Doka Coffee Estate tour
We will visit the Doka Coffee Estate for a delicious breakfast. Then we will be treated to
a coffee tour in an actual coffee plantation where we will learn the ancient techniques
used by the experts to produce some of the best coffee in Costa Rica and around the world.
The careful process involved in the cultivation, harvesting and roasting of the Golden
Bean will then be illustrated.
[English Guide]
-
Poas Volcano National Park
After the coffee tour, we will continue to Poas Volcano National Park, where there is a
noticeable change in temperature and exuberant vegetation of the cloud forest.
At the Volcano we will have time to enjoy the impressive main crater with its sulfur
fumaroles, and hike on a trail to the beautiful Botos Lagoon as we learn about the different
ecosystems in the park.
[English Guide]
-
La Paz Waterfall Garden
After Poás, we will continue to La Paz Waterfall Garden, where we will enjoy a buffet
lunch that includes multiple selections of Traditional Costa Rican dishes and much more.
At La Paz Waterfall Gardens we will go through walking trails surrounded by lush tropical
rain forest. Here we will appreciate flowing white rivers, spectacular waterfalls, birds,
butterflies, monkeys, and hummingbirds. There are also, educational animal exhibits to
enjoy such as the Aviary, the Butterfly Observatory, Hummingbird Garden, Serpentarium,
Jungle Cats Exhibit, and the Frog Exhibit. This is definitely a tour enjoyed by nature lovers
from all ages.
[English Guide]
-
Costarica - San José
-
3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
See you Soon, Costa Rica!
-
Breakfast
-
Private transfer
The driver will meet you on time in the lobby of your San Jose hotel, assist with your luggage, and take you safely and comfortably to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
WELCOME TO COSTA RICA!
-
Costarica - San José
-
Private vehicle transfer
Upon arrival at Juan Santamaría International Airport, a professional driver will be waiting with a name sign. They will assist with your luggage and comfortably transfer you to your hotel in San José.
Travel time is usually about 25–45 minutes, depending on traffic.
[English Assistant]
-
San Jose
Costa Rica’s capital and the largest city in the country, San Jose is considered to be among the most cosmopolitan cities in Latin America. Downtown San Jose is the busiest part of town.
A maze of streets and avenues, here you can find most of the city’s museums as well as several hotels and plazas.
In the center of the city, several attractions can be found, such as the National Theater, the National Museum, and the Jade Museum. Also, several parks like Plaza de La Cultura and Parque Morazan are interesting places to visit. In San Jose exists a wide variety for gastronomic, each corner of the city has great restaurants or the famous Barrio Escalante, a gastronomic center where high-quality food is offered. But for more local and typical food the central market offers tasty food.
-
3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley and Lankester Garden All day tour
-
Breakfast
-
Costarica - Cartago
-
Shared vehicle transfer
The tour begins with a visit to Irazú Volcano National Park, located a few kilometers from Cartago. It is a relatively short and comfortable drive from hotels in San José.
-
Irazu Volcano and the historical city of Cartago
The trip begins by driving to the breathtaking summit of the Irazu Volcano, on the way you will encounter all types of vegetation, from potato, onion, cauliflower farming among other important products for the national economy, depending on the elevation. Once in the
National Park a short and easy walk to the up to a spectacular massive crater which has a lagoon with a mystical green color. On a clear day from the top, you can see both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans!
After an exciting tour of the volcano, we will descend to the historical city of Cartago. We will stop at the Virgin of the Angels Basilica – a famous peregrination site, some of which travel for days or even weeks on foot, in a pilgrimage of faith, to the site.
[English Guide]
-
Lankester Botanical Gardens and Orosi Vallery
Next, after you visit the Basilica the next stop is the Lankester Botanical Gardens, a University of Costa Rica Center for the investigation that protects more than 800 species of orchids, bromeliads and countless species of other plants.
Then as a final destination, you will visit the Orosi Valley. Here you will find one of the few remaining colonial churches and, in this town, you will enjoy a tasty typical lunch at one of the local restaurants.
[English Guide]
-
Lunch
-
Costarica - San José
-
3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Transfer to Arenal Volcano
-
Breakfast
-
Bus transfer
Today you will head to Arenal!
Take a shuttle from San Jose to Arenal
-
Costarica - La Fortuna
-
La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna is a home to the greater Arenal recreation area, the entire region is paradise on Earth for outdoor adventurers. Volcanic views grace the landscape and heat several geothermal hot springs. A lake and rivers beckon you toward aquatic adventure.
Refreshing waterfalls reward you after hikes, offering crisp pools and spectacular views. Arenal Volcano is one of Costa Rica’s most notable natural features. Standing at 5,437 feet (1,657 meters), this volcano has been resting (i.e. not active) since 2010. However, it is
no less majestic to behold, as it’s practically a behemoth against the region’s perfect skies. Rising above the rainforest that surrounds its base, Arenal Volcano frames the skyline with near-perfect symmetry.
-
3 star hotel in La Fortuna
1 twin/double room for two.
Arenal Volcano Guided Walk \u0026 Entrance to Paradise Hot Springs
-
Breakfast
-
Costarica - Arenal
-
Arenal Volcano Guided Walk
The Arenal Volcano Rainforest and Natural History along with the breath-taken lava flow twill take you through lush rainforest along the base of Costa Rica's most famous volcano. Your experienced, bilingual naturalist guide will point out interesting plants and wildlife in the vibrant primary and secondary rainforest of the nature reserve that skirts the Arenal Volcano 1968 Park.
You’ll then arrive at the observation point of the Arenal Volcano -- this is the closest you can get to the base of the Arenal Volcano -- and the perfect vantage point to take remarkable photos of the Arenal Volcano.
This hike takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
[English Guide]
-
Paradise Hot Springs
Then it's time to head to the Paradise Hot Springs, perfect for relax in natural thermal water pools and jacuzzis of different temperatures with focused hydromassage for back, legs, and feet. The Resort also respects a maximum capacity of visitors to provide a peaceful atmosphere. There are showers, massages and body treatments service, food and drink, as well as reclinable beds, sun umbrellas, and relaxing music along the pool areas. All of the necessary elements for a magnificent and relaxing experience.
[English Guide]
-
Dinner
Here you will enjoy a delicious dinner.
-
Costarica - La Fortuna
-
3 star hotel in La Fortuna
1 twin/double room for two.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：× DIN：⚪︎
Transfer to Rincon de la Vieja
-
Breakfast
-
Private transfer
Today you will take a private transfer to your next adventure spot, Rincon de la Vieja!
-
Costarica - Rincon de la Vieja
-
Rincon de la Vieja
Rincon de la Vieja is home to the Rincon de La Vieja Volcano National Park. Rincon de la Vieja is located to the northwest of Guanacaste's, very close to Liberia, and this place is perfect for great activities to keep visitors busy such as hiking trails and Horseback
rides are great ways to enjoy the area's natural beauty and make memorable adventures.
There are numerous waterfalls in the area, the largest of which are the Oropendola Waterfall and the La Victoria Waterfall, which pour into the Colorado River. In the National Park sections,
Pailas area and Santa Maria area, here you will find trails to the waterfalls, fumaroles and mud pits.
-
4 star mountain resort in Rincon de la Vieja
1 twin/double room for two.
Walk at Pailas National Park & Oropendola Waterfall
-
Breakfast
-
The Las Pailas
The Las Pailas sector spectacularly showcases the power of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, the most active and largest volcano in Guanacaste. Fumaroles, geysers, bubbling mud pots, and many other attractions give you an experience that you won’t find in any other volcano in Costa Rica.
With a naturalist guide, walk the 3.5-km Las Pailas circular path through the tropical, dry forest to enjoy the best views of the volcano, volcanic activity, incredible nature, and wildlife sightings. You may see more than 300 species of birds and many other animals, such as bays, armadillos, coatis, iguanas, and white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, and spider monkeys.
[English Guide]
-
La Oropendola Waterfall
When you finish the hike, get ready for a refreshing dip in the La Oropendola Waterfall.
From the entrance of the national park is a small walk along a path of varied terrain that leads to the river. You also walk a small distance inside the river until you reach the waterfall. La Oropendola waterfall, with its impressive 25 meters, falls into a bubbling turquoise pool in the exuberant canyon of the Blanco River, creating an incredible tropical oasis.
After relaxing for a while at the waterfall, this one-day Guanacaste tours end with the return walk to Hacienda Guachipelin.
[English Guide]
-
This plan does not include the entrance fee.
-
4 star mountain resort in Rincon de la Vieja
1 twin/double room for two.
Transfer to San Jose
-
Breakfast
-
Private transfer
After the incredible experience at the Rincon de la Vieja, you will head back to the capital, San Jose to prepare next adventure.
The private transportation would let you enjoy the view from the car window.
-
Costarica - San José
-
3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
Doka Coffee Tour, Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens
-
Breakfast
-
Costarica - Poás Volcano
-
Doka Coffee Estate tour
We will visit the Doka Coffee Estate for a delicious breakfast. Then we will be treated to
a coffee tour in an actual coffee plantation where we will learn the ancient techniques
used by the experts to produce some of the best coffee in Costa Rica and around the world.
The careful process involved in the cultivation, harvesting and roasting of the Golden
Bean will then be illustrated.
[English Guide]
-
Poas Volcano National Park
After the coffee tour, we will continue to Poas Volcano National Park, where there is a
noticeable change in temperature and exuberant vegetation of the cloud forest.
At the Volcano we will have time to enjoy the impressive main crater with its sulfur
fumaroles, and hike on a trail to the beautiful Botos Lagoon as we learn about the different
ecosystems in the park.
[English Guide]
-
La Paz Waterfall Garden
After Poás, we will continue to La Paz Waterfall Garden, where we will enjoy a buffet
lunch that includes multiple selections of Traditional Costa Rican dishes and much more.
At La Paz Waterfall Gardens we will go through walking trails surrounded by lush tropical
rain forest. Here we will appreciate flowing white rivers, spectacular waterfalls, birds,
butterflies, monkeys, and hummingbirds. There are also, educational animal exhibits to
enjoy such as the Aviary, the Butterfly Observatory, Hummingbird Garden, Serpentarium,
Jungle Cats Exhibit, and the Frog Exhibit. This is definitely a tour enjoyed by nature lovers
from all ages.
[English Guide]
-
Costarica - San José
-
3 star hotel in San Jose
1 twin/double room for two.
See you Soon, Costa Rica!
-
Breakfast
-
Private transfer
The driver will meet you on time in the lobby of your San Jose hotel, assist with your luggage, and take you safely and comfortably to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
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